Industry News

IFDA Applauds FDA Decision Regarding Enforcement of FSMA Written Assurance Requirements

IFDA is pleased that the FDA has chosen not to enforce certain provisions of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), specifically the written assurance requirements of the hazard analysis/preventive controls regulation. This decision demonstrates FDA’s commitment to public health by allowing both the agency and the food industry to focus on the critical issues of food safety without imposing an overly burdensome regulatory regime.  IFDA appreciates FDA’s recognition that the written assurance provision created an unnecessary requirement that had little impact on food safety and the agency’s willingness to work together with industry to strengthen consumer protection standards through regulations that are practical and science-based.

IFDA Supports Trump Administration Rule that Paves the Way for Association Health Plans

IFDA is grateful to President Trump for addressing regulations that make it difficult and costly for small business owners to provide healthcare for themselves and their employees. Foodservice distributors see firsthand how the rising cost of healthcare has impacted small businesses. The Department of Labor’s proposed new rules will lead to more affordable choices for many Americans. Specifically, the rule removes regulatory roadblocks preventing businesses from joining together to find affordable coverage for themselves and their employees. We look forward to working with the administration to implement the new rules.

IFDA Applauds President Trump for Signing Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

IFDA applauds President Trump for signing legislation into law that represents the largest reduction in business tax rates in our nation’s history to bring much needed relief to American businesses. Now foodservice distributors, who currently pay an effective tax rate of 37%, can keep more of what they earn. A tax reduction of this magnitude will allow our member companies to use the savings to invest in growing their businesses, creating jobs, and giving back to their communities.

Leading Foodservice Companies Share Call-to-Action for Complete and Accurate Data

In a letter shared with trading partners, 17 leading foodservice organizations co-signed an industry call-to-action to commit to complete and accurate data for both food and non-food products.

IFDA Webinar Delivers Insight on 2018 Business Strategy

No one can predict the future, but ITR Economics Senior Analyst Alex Chausovsky can get pretty close when it comes to the U.S. economy. An IFDA members-only webinar offers details.

IFDA Applauds Passage of Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

IFDA applauds Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, Finance Committee Chairman Orrin Hatch and their Republican colleagues for passing legislation that represents the largest reduction in business tax rates in our nation’s history to bring much needed relief to American businesses. The bill reduces the corporate tax rate to 20% and ensures closer parity between different types of businesses by increasing the pass-through business deduction to 23 percent. Given that IFDA Members currently pay an average effective tax rate of 37%, a tax reduction of this magnitude will allow our member companies to use the savings to invest in growing their businesses.

Frank Case of Performance Foodservice Receives 2017 Mike Roach Leadership Award

Frank Case, EVP at Performance Foodservice, Temple, TX, was presented the 2017 Mike Roach Leadership Award during the IFDA Distribution Solutions Conference. Case was one of 34 students in the 2017 IFDA Executive Development Program and the award recognizes the top student contributor. Performance Foodservice is a division of Performance Food Group, headquartered in Richmond, VA.

IFDA Applauds House Passage of the Save Local Business Act

"IFDA commends the U.S. House of Representatives on the passage of H.R. 3441 – the Save Local Business Act. This legislation provides much needed clarity, protects business relationships, and promotes economic growth. The NLRB-created joint employer definition is far too broad and poses an existential threat to American economic growth.
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The CEO Perspective on the Future of Foodservice Distribution

The IFDA 2017 Distribution Solutions Conference (DSC) was a great opportunity to gain insight into operations, management, leadership, and general business tips from those who know best. Even with so many experts and industry leaders speaking, one general session stood out. Moderated by John Tracy, Executive Chairman, Dot Foods, Inc., industry leaders Andy Mercier, President & CEO, Merchants Foodservice, Nicole Mouskondis, Co-Chief Executive Officer, Nicholas & Company, Inc., and Tom Zatina, President, McLane Foodservice Distribution, Inc. provided the C-Suite perspective on foodservice distribution. They shared their perspectives on what it takes to win in today’s marketplace.

IFDA Statement on Proposed Tax Reform Plan

IFDA applauds Chairman Kevin Brady of the House Ways and Means Committee, his colleagues on the Committee, and Republican leaders for producing a historic tax reform plan that will bring much needed relief to American businesses. The legislation would represent the largest reduction in business tax rates in our nation’s history and ensures closer parity between different industries. Wholesaler-distributors are currently taxed at an effective tax rate of 37%, which is significantly higher than many other industries. A tax plan that views reform through the lens of effective tax rates is more fair and equitable than our current system.  In addition, the bill immediately doubles the estate tax exemption and then phases in full repeal.  IFDA has long supported this kind of comprehensive tax reform.